TikTok challenge leads to surge in Hyundai and Kia thefts in NYC
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Car thefts of certain Hyundai and Kia models have spiked in New York City, with about 100 vehicles stolen in December alone. The trend began in the American Midwest and was spread by how-to videos on social media. The vulnerable models lack basic auto theft prevention technology and are twice as likely to be stolen as other vehicles of a similar age. The automakers have created a software patch to fix the problem and are offering it for free to affected models. The thefts are believed to be for joy-riding, but there is concern they could be used in other crimes.
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- Mayor Adams and NYPD warn about TikTok trend causing a spike in car thefts Gothamist
- TikTok 'challenge' videos put some Kia and Hyundai owners at risk for theft, New York City officials warn WABC-TV
- NYPD Warns Owners to Fix Their Cars as Hyundai, Kia Thefts Tied to TikTok Challenge Soar NBC New York
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